Barnes-Friederich & Pope Funeral Home

08/10/2026

Mark Howard Poole, of Blanchard, Oklahoma, passed away in Blanchard on July 8th, 2026, aged 55.
Mark was born in Nottingham, United Kingdom, on May 8th, 1971 to David John Poole and the late Anita Betsy Poole.

He was a much-loved husband, brother, uncle and friend, and his loss will be dee...

08/10/2026

08/08/2026

After the loss of her young child, Lexi Behrndt shared this powerful reflection on grief, love, and continuing to speak about those we’ve lost.

08/07/2026

Frankie Ann (Murphy) Hawkins passed away at her home on August 4, 2026. She was born December 16, 1937 in Ada, Oklahoma. She was born to her parents, Carl and Alice Murphy. She spent her early years living all over the state of Oklahoma while her father worked for the railroad. They eventually settl...

08/07/2026

On National Purple Heart Day, we honor the brave men and women who were wounded or gave their lives while serving our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion will never be forgotten. 💜

08/06/2026

Nettie Gober was a very loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

She was deceased at the age of 79. Her birthday was 7/19/1947. She was born in OKC and grew up in Spencer, OK. She is survived by two sons and two grandsons and two brothers Larry and wife Lynna, John and wife Kari....

08/05/2026

Patricia Gayle Heath, age 74, of Choctaw Oklahoma, passed on Wednesday, August 5th, peacefully at home with her family.

Patricia was born on October 6, 1951 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Richard and Dolly (Cogburn)Thomas. She was a devoted mother to four girls who blessed her with many grandchildre...

08/05/2026

Where was the cool place to hang out or drive to on summer nights??